1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Sienna |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |